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Addus HomeCare, Inc.

Nurse Practitioner Full-Time

Addus HomeCare, Inc., Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States, 87101

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Overview House Calls of New Mexico, Albuquerque Branch

is hiring! Seeking

Full-Time Nurse Practitioner

to join our growing team of clinical professionals that believe in making a difference in our patient’s lives. Apply today!

The Nurse Practitioner is responsible for the provision of skilled nursing assessment, planning and provision of patient care in order to maximize the palliation of symptoms and determine eligibility for care. In addition, the Nurse Practitioner is responsible for identifying patient or family needs and providing supportive care and appropriate service in accordance with the interdisciplinary team plan of care and the policies and procedures of the agency.

Qualifications / Requirements

Graduate from an accredited registered nursing program

Licensed as a Nurse Practitioner in the state of practice

Minimum of two years of varied work experience as a professional nurse

Palliative care experience preferred but not required

Must possess current CPR Certification

Demonstrate skill in nursing practices and clinical judgments

Ability to make home visits and provide nursing care in the home environment

Ability to cope with family emotional stress and tolerance of individual lifestyles

Interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills necessary to complete job responsibilities

Must have reliable transportation, current driver's license, and appropriate automobile insurance; or ability to take public transportation

We Offer

Great culture and team atmosphere

Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, life/AD&D, disability)

401(k) retirement plan with a generous company match

Generous time off accruals

Paid holidays

Mileage reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Referral Program

Merit Increases

Employee Discount Programs

Work/life balance

What You’ll Do

Care for both palliative and primary care patients in their home

Prescribe medications including controlled substances to the extent delegated and licensed, in accordance with state law

Order and interpret laboratory and other diagnostic tests within the scope of professional practice

Order treatments and durable medical equipment as indicated

Assume primary responsibility for determining patient eligibility for care based on State, Federal guidelines

Initiate and maintain regular communication with interdisciplinary staff members and other agencies for admission or recertification for care and coordinating optimal care

Effectively utilize resources to assist in meeting the patient’s needs

Provide regular visits to reassess the patient’s eligibility, needs, and update the plan of care

Perform therapeutic, preventative, and rehabilitative nursing procedures

Perform initial assessment of individuals referred for care, determine their eligibility based on criteria and perform admission of the patient

Maintain an accurate clinical record through the timely preparation of care plans and clinical and progress notes

Provide effective teaching to family, caregivers, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure continuity of care for the patient

Share in providing 24 hour/7 day a week coverage to patients and families as necessary

Text 9655 to 505-806-1865 to apply

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